About Trip:

Mount Everest (8848 m/29,029 ft) is the ultimate aim of worldwide mountaineers. Himalaya Hikes is here to assist you in making your climbing objective on Everest come true safely and successfully. Ever since the summit was first ascended in 1953,the mountain has held special allure around the globe that no other peak can match. The highest peak on the planet will be an exhilarating achievement of a lifetime, fulfilling not only individual goals but the accomplishment that can be shared by friends, family, and the climbing community and beyond.

The major routes on Everest include a north-eastern approach from the Tibet side, and a southern approach through Nepal. Each approach offers unique challenges, physically, technically and logistically. The northern route takes less time and is more affordable as well as less crowded than the Nepal side. However, the northern route demands a longer period above 8000 m (26,245 ft). Depending on your style and other requirements, we will lead you on the route of your choice and we have experience on all the major routes and will arrange accordingly.

As challenging as climbing Everest can be, you can leave the planning and all logistical concerns to us, allowing you to focus on reaching the goal of a lifetime. We will support you in all ways and each member will be joined every step of the way by our seasoned team led by Nuru Wanchuk Sherpa, 13 times Everest summitter and a veteran of expeditions on peaks over 8,000 m! He is one of the foremost authorities in the world on Everest and other Himalayan peaks, and the success rate of these expeditions has been an unparalleled 100% including nearly 90% of members summiting! With Nuru, you are in expert, caring hands, and you can be assured that he has considered every measure to protect your well-being and to give you the best chance of Everest success.

Nuru oversees our experienced crew including the Tigers of the Snow,Sherpa specialists that will be with you on the climb. Our exceptional team of guides has the skills and experience that can only be gained by living and working on Everest and in the high Himalaya, a mountaineer’s paradise. With Nuru and our expert crew, you can be confident of your health and welfare on Everest!

The expedition itinerary is designed from experience, planned with careful attention by Kungma and professional climbers to safeguard a gradual rate of ascent with proper adjustment to altitude and environmental conditions.After arriving in Kathmandu and meeting the team and other participants, we will complete pre-expedition briefings, equipment checks and other final preparations before taking a drive in personal vehicles to Tibet. We meet up with our full crew at Everest Base Camp where they will have established a comfortable camp and will be awaiting us. From there we begin a gradual journey upward to the highest point on the planet allowing for proper rest and rejuvenation along the way.

Porters and Yaks: The expedition will have porters and yaks to carry supplies, a dining tent, sleeping tent and more for your comfort.

Base Camp Accommodation: Each individual client will be provided a personal two-man, high-performance tent at Base Camp. From Camp 1 and higher, it will be necessary to share tents.

Meals: We consider delicious and nutritious food and beverages to be a key component to the overall success of all of our expeditions. We charter the food in and take the utmost care in quality preparation. Our skilled High Altitude Chef will be with us for all meals at Base Camp and up Advance Base Camp. From the North Col on wards the climbing Sherpa will take care of all meals.

Oxygen Cylinders: Each client is provided seven oxygen cylinders, reserved in their name for personal use on the climb. These will be guaranteed to have original seals (not refilled cylinders) manufactured by Top out, UK.

We are well-known for our dedication to the highest standards of professionalism and responsible tourism and we look forward to you joining us for the climb of a lifetime! All accommodations in Kathmandu are at 5-Star Hotels.

• Tips and gifts for base camp and high altitude trekking and climbing staff.

• Airfare of international flights.

• Nepal entry visa fee (Visa issuance on arrival in Kathmandu)

• Any extra services or products or offers or activities which are not mentioned in the itinerary.

• Any other item not included in “COST INCLUDES” section.

Detail Itinerary

Day 1Arrive Kathmandu (1350 meters/4450 ft) at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA)Welcome to Kathmandu, where the gods and mortals intermingle. Our representative meets you at the airport and will usher you to the hotel. The first evening is free to do as you like, perhaps refresh and then explore or rest and relax at the hotel. (B,L,D)

Day 2-5Kathmandu ValleyThese four days will include optional tours of Kathmandu Valley’s highlights, including World Heritage Sites. Most importantly, we will get to know the other participants and crew, with briefings by our Lead and Assistant Guides and gear and equipment checks and final formalities.

Day 6Drive Nyalam (3750 meters/12,300 feet)We have a scenic drive through Nepal and following the Sun Kosi River to the Tibet border where we have our passports stamped. We drive an additional 40 km along the Friendship Highway to reach Nyalam. Overnight at Hotel. (B,L,D)

Day 7Rest and acclimatization at NyalamWe take a day to adjust to the increased altitude while exploring Nyalam and an optional hike in the surrounding foothills. (B,L,D)

Day 8Drive to Tingri (4,300 meters/14,110 feet)We have a short but scenic drive as we continue along the Friendship Highway through southern Tibet with spectacular views of the Himalaya, including Mount Everest. Overnight at Hotel. (B,L,D)

Day 9Rest and acclimatization at TingriWe take a day to adjust to the increased altitude while exploring Tingri and the monastery there and an optional hike in the surrounding foothills. (B,L,D)

Day 10Drive to Everest Case Camp (5200 meters/17,000 feet)Another scenic day of driving as we head east to approach Everest and reach our crew and comfortable accommodations and full crew at base camp. (B,L,D)

Day 11-13Rest Day at Everest Base CampWe take the essential time for rest and acclimatization and gear preparation with optional hikes to surrounding viewpoints before moving on higher to ground.

Day 14Trek to Intermediate Camp 1(5675 m/18,620 ft)We make an ascent to our camp site near Ronbuk Glacier, overlooking the glacier itself and scenic valley.

Day 15Trek to Intermediate Camp 2(6100m/2013 ft)We follow a moraine up at an easy pace along the unforgettable scenery to our next camp situated near a glacial lake.

Day 16Trek to Advanced Base Camp (6450 m/21,160 ft)We have another easy day on our hike up to Advanced Base Camp with astonishing views of our inspiring objective, Mount Everest.

Day 17-19Rest and Acclimatization at Advance Everest Base CampWe take essential time for rest and acclimatization at Advance Base Camp.

Day 49Advanced Base Camp

Day 50Trek To Everest Base Camp

Day 51Drive to KathmanduAfter a warm drink to start the morning, we say final goodbye to our home for the past month. We return to the Friendship Highway and follow it to the Nepal-Tibet border and continue on to Kathmandu. (B,L,D)

Day 52KathmanduFree day in Kathmandu. The evening is reserved for a special celebratory farewell meal at a fine dining establishment.(B,L,D)

Day 53Transfer to Kathmandu’s international airport (TIA) for departure home.Our team representative will transfer you to the airport to see you off on your departure home. On your flight homeward, we hope you will remember this adventure of a life time and your experience in the mountains with us with great pleasure. We look forward to joining you on your next journey to the Himalaya!

Equipments List

Personal Climbing Gears:

Ice axe

Crampons

Harness

Screw gate Karabiners (2 lock, 4 unlock)

Descender

Plastic Mountaineering Boots

Ascender (mitten sized)

Helmet ( Optional)

Mittens (gloves)

5 meters/15 feet of 6 mm climber’s cord

Clothing:

Hiking boots

Socks

Trekking trousers and pants

Expedition weight thermal

Under Garments

Hiking shorts

Running shoe/sandals for Kathmandu

T-shirts

Fleece jacket or pullover

Waterproof jacket/trouser (breathable)

Goose –down (duvet ) trousers

Sun hat or scarf

Warm hat

Sunglasses with UV protection

Thermal gloves

Thermo rest

Headlamp or head torch with spare bulbs and batteries

Daypack (approximately 2500 to 3000 cubic inches)

Trekking Poles

Basic First Aid Kit

Water bottles ( 3 bottles)

Toiletries (Small wash towel, Toothbrush/paste etc)

Ear Plug (who know some people on group may snore)

Deodorants

Suns cream for lip/skin

Face and body moisturizer

Feminine hygiene products

Tissue roll

Anti bacterial hands wash

Reading book & note book

Extra clothes to wear in Kathmandu come back from Trek

The gears in the list below are also provided by Himalaya Hikes as a part of your package but if you prefer to use your own private piece, we encourage you to bring your own.

Down vest and/or jacket

4 or 5 season sleeping bag rated to - 20 degrees

Trekking Bags/Duffel bag

Carry mat

Group climbing gears

Snow bar

Fix rope

Climbing rope

Ice Hammer

Ice Screw

Karabiners

Note: Available to hire/rental through HH

Others :

Digital camera with extra cards

Nylon stuff sacks for food and gear storage

Passport,2 extra passport size photos

Photocopy of passport and insurance

Trip Note

The above itinerary should be taken only as a guide line; since we will be trekking on some of the most remote terrain on earth, it could change due to weather, availability of clean water and campsite, trail or any other unforeseen conditions. In the event of this happening, your senior guide will make the final decision after consulting with the group.